By: Lennard James
There are people who pass through your life quietly, and then there are those who leave a lasting imprint on your heart and mind. Dellguna Coleman, known to so many as One Day, was the latter—a rare soul who was more than a friend, more than a creative mind. He was a brother. A source of encouragement. A man with a vision so expansive and spirit so bright, he seemed to create possibilities wherever he went.
Dellguna’s creativity was deeply rooted in his authenticity. He didn’t just think outside the box—he redefined it each time. His ideas didn’t always follow trends; they often challenged them. One of his proudest achievements was the movie Go, a work of storytelling that reflected his belief in art’s power to connect people and spark real conversation.
That storytelling spirit extended into Movie Go Comics, where Dellguna brought characters and worlds to life on the page with the same passion he had for film. In comics, as in his other projects, he focused on representation, originality, and authenticity—building stories that were hard to ignore.
Photography was another gift he shared with the world. Through his lens, he didn’t just capture images; he captured essence. Whether it was a joyous smile, a quiet moment of reflection, or the grit of determination, his photographs told stories that words alone couldn’t always express. People trusted him because he saw them, truly saw them, for who they were.
Beyond his art, Dellguna was an entrepreneur whose ventures reflected his broad vision. He founded Green Thumb, a business rooted in lawn care growth, showing that his creativity wasn’t limited to the arts—it could also thrive in industries that shaped the way people lived. He also built the Coleman & Neal clothing brand, combining fashion with identity, making each piece a reflection of confidence and culture.
Dellguna’s projects didn’t stop there. He founded The Indie Film Festival, giving independent filmmakers a stage to be seen and heard, and launched the Midsouth Entrepreneur Expo, where business owners, innovators, and dreamers could connect, collaborate, and build something greater together. These events were more than gatherings—they were platforms, connections between potential and opportunity.
Photo Courtesy: Dellguna Coleman
But if you asked him what mattered most, he would have said, without hesitation, being a father. He was a proud father, and our conversations—no matter where they began—always found their way back to our kids. He spoke of them with a light in his eyes, celebrating their victories, worrying over their challenges, and dreaming big dreams for their futures. His love for them was a constant, steady force in his life.
His personality was magnetic. He carried a joy that felt contagious and a positivity that refused to be dimmed by hardship. He wasn’t naïve about life’s struggles—he simply chose to face them with hope and determination. That mindset was part of what made people gravitate toward him; being around him felt like stepping into a space where you could breathe easier and dream bigger.
He also had a way of pushing you toward your potential. If you were selling yourself short, he would call you out. If you fell, he would help you get back up. His belief in others was unshakable, and he made you want to rise to meet it.
The legacy Dellguna Coleman leaves behind is broad. From Go, to Movie Go Comics, to Green Thumb, to Coleman & Neal, to The Indie Film Festival, to the Midsouth Entrepreneur Expo, and the countless photographs that freeze moments in time—his work will likely continue to inspire for years to come. But his greatest legacy lives in the people whose lives he touched, whose paths he changed, and whose spirits he lifted.
In a world often caught up in competition, One Day stood apart—not because he beat the competition, but because he had none. He was simply too original to have a competitor.
We say goodbye to Dellguna Coleman with heavy hearts but deep gratitude—for the art he gave us, the businesses he built, the conversations we shared, and the example he set. He was a creator, a mentor, an entrepreneur, a brother, and a proud father. His presence made us better, and his vision will guide us forward—one day at a time.
